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Vodka

The most versatile spirit of them all, vodka’s global domination shows no signs of abating. Supremely mixable, vodka offers and inspires more cocktails than any other spirit, but to dismiss it as one-dimensional is to misunderstand it – a wheat-based vodka from Russia will taste notably different to a Polish version distilled from rye, for example.
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Vodka is still the leading spirit across the globe, thanks mainly to its versatility and mixability. If you think that all vodka tastes the same, though, think again: there is a world of difference between a creamy-soft wheat-based vodka and an aromatic, spicy vodka made from rye.

With vodka, however, texture is another key factor, and distillers often filter their vodka through various substances – including precious metals, sometimes – to soften the mouthfeel of the liquid. If you’re serving vodka neat, try keeping it in the freezer – don’t worry, it won’t freeze – but it should develop a pleasant creamy texture when sipped.